Saturday, July 28, 2007

Bye Bye Our Darling Baby Oscar

I am heartbroken to tell you that Oscar died at around 11am this morning as they sedated him to try to operate to see what was happening to him. We opted not to put him through an autopsy, but pancreatitis or a blockage is most likely. We went to sit with him afterwards and he looked very peaceful.

Thank you for all your well wishes, Oscar must have been one of the most loved dogs on the planet.

Katy and Martin...I am so sorry. I just don't know what to say. Oscar was one of the first pups Ruby and I met on DWB and his visits and comments to my site were one of the highlights of my day. As I sit here and type the tears are just running down my face...my prayers are with you thru this tough time.

please accept our deepest condolence ... i am so so shocked!!!... i can't hold my tears right now.. and i know how hard is it to lose such a darling n someone close to u.. Oscar is a wonderful & amazing boy... we will remember him always...may him rest in peace

I know that you don't know me but I am a friend of blue. I did visit your site quite often and enjoyed Oscar's antics [I am not a big dog lover but he looked well behaved]and now I am devestated for you and yours, on the loss of a very much loved family member.My heart is so sad for you! I absolutely don't know what I'd do if I lost either of my cats! Hopefully he is happily running free!QoH

I can't imagine how you're feeling right now. I am shocked and so sad. He loved you so much - you could see it in that little twinkle he always had in his eyes. You gave him such a good home and he lived his life well! What an ambassador he was.

My Rosie and Bert will keep him company at the Rainbow Bridge. They will so love him!

We are so sorry to hear about Oscar. It seems only yesterday that we were visiting with Butchy and Snickers in Iowa and remarking on how handsome Oscar looked in his cowboy outfit. We know from reading his blog that he was a dog in a million, and we are sure he will be missed by all.

Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Please know that we all loved Oscar, and offer our support at this time.

My mum and I are so sorry to hear about Oscar. Mum's first WFT Brigand died because of a blockage. We enjoyed Oscar's blog and we know he brought happiness to many, but you will miss him the most. We are soooo sorry, we don't know what to say. This is such sad news. We will not forget him.

We are so very very sad about Oscar. Please know that we are thinking of you in this very difficult time. Also please know that we loved and will always love Oscar. We will alway remember him ... Please take good care.

Oh Katy & Martin,We are so shocked & just can't believe Oscar is gone. We were thinking about him all night. We are so very sorry & know that words can not make you feel any better. Oscar was such a sweet boy & we loved him dearly. We will always remember him & treasure the pictures we have of him. We'll be praying for your hearts to heal so that someday you can bring another dog into your life.Luv & Wirey Hugs,Linda, Dan, Butchy & Snickers

Katy and Martin,We're just beside ourselves with grief..I simply can't believe it..Oscar was there to welcome Asta on her first day of blogging,they were pupps together and we felt a special bond. He brightened everyone's day an we will always keep him in our hearts..we were so proud of his many achievements..We pray that you find comfort at some point..I lost my Nora last summer,so I know the horrible emptiness you must be feeling..I',m so very very sorry for your loss.Ami and George, and Asta

We got this news from Marvin's blog, and got a shocked. It seems happened so fast and sudden. And we were so sorry and sad to hear this.We are sending our deepest condolence over to you and your family, Katy.

Katy.There are no words to express how sad we feel about this. Oscar was a great friend for all us and now he is running free at the rainbow bridge.I will always remember him. I will treasure all the memories about him.I am sending you and your family all my love. I will be thinking and praying for Oscar and your family.Lorenza

Dear Katy and Martin,Martin and I are completely shocked and heartbroken by this horrible news. Our DEEPEST condolences.I'll send you an e-mail later. Right now I can barely see the computer screen because of all the tears.Sweet osCar was a one in a million dog, loved by so many - especially the two of you.Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.All our love,Bethany, Martin and osKar

Dear Katy and Martin...We are so sorry!!!It was a real pleasure to share with the front page of dogs with blog of this June. Even I cannot believe my that already has crossed the rainbow. ALways we are remember him...we miss Oscar.. sure..verdi and gaucho

I heard the news from Luckie first and i couldn't believe it... I am really really sad to learn that Oscar has left us... He will always be loved by us. Please take care of yourselves and we'll always be around.

Katy and Martin, Oh my god. I can't even express how sad I am for you and can barely type this through the tears. It's only a blog, but I feel like I knew Oscar. My heart goes out to you. There is no question that Oscar had the best ever life in your home and he was loved more than any dog could be. Take care.

Katy and Martin.....We are so sorry. Oscar was one of our new friends as we haven't been blogging very long but we sure enjoyed Oscars personality. Thank you so much for sharing him with us. We will not soon forget this special creature.

(I am a human reader who loves to look at Oscar's blog and think of the Airedales I had growing up). I am so, so sorry to hear this sad news. I have been in tears since I read it. Although his life ended too soon, in that short time Oscar brought joy and smiles to so many people around the world. It always brightened my day to see him and his airedale antics (like sitting on the back of the couch). You gave him such a great life and he definitely knew how loved he was --that comes through in every picture.I will miss him.My deepest condolences,C.M.

Oh Katy and Martin..I am so sorry to hear of this news. I am heartbroken over this. I have tears streaming down my face. I want you to know that we will keep you in our hearts, prayers and thoughts in the upcoming weeks and months. What a shock this is to you and all of us in this dog community.

Sweet Oscar - run free at the Rainbow Bridge and wear your silver harness with pride and joy. Blessed be to you, you sweet man.

We were so shock to hear this news. We have visited this blog many times and have felt as thou we have known Oscar for a long long time.

He was handsome and clever and has won so many awards at such young age.

Out deepest condolences to you, Katy and Martin. Oscar will not want to see you sad. He is now free and happy over at the Rainbow Bridge waiting to see those who have loved him again when the time is ripe.

Dear Katy and Martin. We are so sad to hear of Oscar's passing. Poor guy. Mom lost my Aunt Rose a week before she adopted me. It's not like I replaced Rose, but even though she said "Never again", she couldn't live without "puppy love". I hope that, in honor of Oscar and the love you had for him, you will adopt another pup very soon. Trust me on this...you'll feel everly so much better. With love always....MMOB

Oh my God! How awful. What terrible news. We are devastated to hear about the loss of Oscar, your dear, devoted best friend. Oscar was such a great dog. We always looked forward to hearing from him on our blog. He was usually one of the first to respond to our entries. We will miss him.

We read with horror what happened to him and we were sure that he would recover. Never in our wildest dreams did we think that this would happen. We are so sorry.

You don't know me, but I would like you to know that I'm very sorry to hear about Oscar passing away. I read it on Reina's blog. I hope you get some comfort in knowing that he had a very good life being part of your family. May he run happy through the happy hunting grounds of forever together with my own Dax André who passed away almost a year ago. He'll be at the doggy gates to show him around.

I can't believe this has happened - it doesn't seem real, I keep thinking I must have read your post wrong.

Katy, my heart is breaking for you and Martin. Oscar was taken from you too soon, and I can't imagine what you're going through right now. Oscar was the sweetest and happiest boy, he sure was lucky to have spent his life with you. He will be forever missed and never forgotten.

She said before about a book when you feel able. But hey, how about a DVD or a compilation website so that we can remember Oscar when we need to for all the love he gave to his pals in the world who read his blog.

We are sitting here just streaming tears. Bogart messaged us this morning to let us know, and we cannot believe it. Oscar was such a bright light, and our very first online dog friend, and just a puppy! It must be awful to be surrounded by his toys and missing him. All of us here will miss him, and his stickies and videos, so very much.

Please take lots of time to miss him, and ignore anyone who tells you you shouldn't mourn so much because he was a dog. He wasn't a dog, he was Oscar, and he was the very best Oscar in the whole world. We wish there was something we could do.

Nanook and Pooka are sending you their snuggliest and warmest newfie leans...the one where they plant their behind on your feet so you can't get away and then LEAN on your legs for scratches. They know it always cheers me up, and they hope it will make you feel a little fuzzy. Our thoughts are all with you and Martin.

Katy and Martin, we're so sorry Oscar didn't survive. How horrible for you. You really gave him a great life and were so kind in sharing him with the world. He is pain-free now but we know you are not. We will surround you with Newfie hugs. Whenever you see stray hairs they're our way of being there for you. We know that any dog would be lucky to have you as parents. We know that big hole in your heart is pretty raw right now. We hope in time it is filled with lots of happy memories of Oscar.

Katy and Martin, we are very very sorry for your loss. We're in shocked and really don't know what to say. We all know Oscar was a great gift and he has received great love & life from you. Oscar, thank you for smile.

I am so very sorry you lost Oscar. I know it is truly heartbreaking. I am new to your blog and it looks to me that you all gave him a wonderful life and he gave you all much love and joy! Oscar is running with my two that we lost last week. There must be a million loved ones running and playing and enjoying themselves while they wait on us to join them.

We did not visit often but we knew about Oscar. We want to add to the list of those who are shocked and saddened by this news. Oscar's time with you was too short but he had the best life anyone could wish. May you find peace in your memories of such a wonderful companion.

I just stumbled on the RIP for Oscar on Jackson's page and rushed over to see what happened. We've only known him for a few weeks but he was such a sweetie, so full of fun and adventure, and so welcoming to my guys. He left a note just two days ago.

We are so sad for you -- it's one of life's miracles that, even if you've never met the person or the dog, your heart breaks when you hear he is sick or has left this earth and you feel his loved ones' grief. Perhaps the story of the Rainbow Bridge will help you in your sorrow: I suspect Oscar has already made lots and lots of friends there, is running free, and is telling them about the wonderful life he led with you. And then too he'll find Jake the Rescue Lab who just died this week too.

Jake and Just Harry have a few wire fox terrier friends who are there also, and I know how Oscar enjoyed his wft pals.

Oh Katy and Martin - I don't know what to say. I'm so, so sorry. Oscar was one of our most loved doggies here... we will miss him more than I can even fathom right now. And we can't imagine the pain you're going through. Our love and prayers are with you.

Katy and Martin,I'm so incredibly sorry to hear about Oscar! I can't imagine the pain you must be going through now. Just know that your blogger friends are praying for you and that we're always here for you.

Katy and Martin,We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved Oscar. At least take heart, that in his brief lifespan, you were able to share much love and many precious memories with him.Our thoughts are with you,Rusty & Smokyhttp://puppyfun.blogspot.com

Katy and Martin,I just found out the devasting news of Oscar's very sudden passing. we grieve deeply for you. We are all looking at our beloved dogs and thinking,what if this was us and we cry and weep for you.Words can't adequately express the pain we feel for you.All our love,dani, ron and Axel

Dear Katy and Martin:We have tears in our eyes as we type this. We offer our sympathies to you on the loss of your beloved Oscar. I hope that Daisie was right there waiting for him at the bridge as he crossed. We know what pain you are in after losing two dogs in the past year. Know that we are all here for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love Lillie Valentine, Amy, Kendra and Jordan Gross

WoooooooooooooOur deepest sympathy to Oscar's family. We just lost our dear Sherman on July 10th, we understand how deeply sad you are. May Oscar's spirit light your darkest hour. Play joyfully at the bridge, Oscar.

I got a message from Butchy to go chat at 9 pm Singapore time and went over there early and saw messages about Oscar so I dug around and found out he had passed away. We're in tears. We lost our Nathan in January so we know the pain. He was old though; it's devastating when they're so young like Oscar.

I'm so heartbroken. Bruin and I enjoyed reading Oscar's journal. Oscar was one of the first pups that welcomed us and we loved his comments. I'm so sorry for your loss and I wish there was something we could do for you.

Oh Katy. This is just so sudden. Tofu and I looked forward everyday to Oscar's journal. He is a very well loved pup. We keep you and Martin in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you our love, and keeping Oscar in our hearts.

it's Kate, Molly and Gertrude here - I know I have already posted in PA but I thought I should leave our mark on Oscar's bog too.It is obvious he was such a popular boy and he lit up so many people's lives. I am so sorry he was taken so young - too too soon. We love you Oscarxx

Hi Katy and Mrtin,I do not even know how to bring myself to comprehend that our dear Oscar had gone to the Rainbow Bridge so suddenly. I mean he was just so 'normal' when I watched that video of him playing in the yard with Martin and we were laughing at his puppy-ish pouncing. He was such a sweet and intelligent boy and we always love the comments that he'd leave at our blog. Farewell sweet Osar.. we'll all miss you so much. Till we meet again my friend.

I am so so so very shocked to hear this. I thought he would make it but unfortunately he did not. I am in tears & was very shocked when I heard the news from my mommy, who she heard from Boo's mom at a Pet Store today this afternoon. This is sooo sudden! I never even thought in my wildest dreams he would leave us so fast in such a young age. My mommy, I & my other two sistas are in tears right now. Even my mommy's mom was shocked to hear this news! I'm still wondering what caused his blockage...And mommy just sent the sketching of him two days ago & it didn't even reached to your house before he left. He didn't even get a chance to see it. I'm sooo very heartbroken to hear this eventho we both just met just a few months back. *sigh* Well, I just hope he is free from his pain now & is running free up high in heaven. He was like a family member to us all dogs. RIP my pal! We WILL all miss you forever!

We were all so very very saddened to read this shocking news about Oscar today. We have been away from the computer for a while and when we last checked in on Oscar he was looking so happy and healthy and handsome in his cowboy outfit. I haven't stopped crying since I read your sad post. Please know that we really enjoyed reading Oscars blog and having him comment on our blog. His life was short in years but not on love and laughs. We will miss him very much. Our thoughts are with you both.Jazz, Dixie and Larissa

Even tho you were taken way too early from those of us who have come to LOVE you, we know it is because you were a special boy, so special that just like Daisy Duke, the big guy upstairs needed you back...

Your mommy loved you so much as we can tell from all the adventures she had taken you on from your blog. You are the sweetest boy... you will be missed so very very much.

I am so very sorry that you have lost Oscar. I can't stop crying. He was such a dear boy and always visited Hammer's blog and we loved reading about his adventures. I am crying my heart out right now. This is such terribly sad news. I haven't had a chance to blog these last few days so did not know that Oscar was sick until now. I feel shocked. He was so young and healthy. My heart goes out to you both. Words are so futile, but I do really care and I will miss Oscar too.

We are so sorry to hear about the loss your your sweet Oscar - we have only come across your blog by some of our Pug friends and are shocked at how suddenly this happened and how heartbroken you must be. There are so many there for you and by your side and Oscar will have so many friends to run with and wait with at the bridge.

Oscar we wrote something for you on our blog because we cannot stop thinking about how much we miss you, even though we never sniffed you in person. We just cannot believe you are gone. Every time we read your mama's last note to you we cry.

OMG Oscar,I was just getting to know you and your blog and this devastating news occurs. I’ll go ahead a jump to the angry faze of grieving. Its not just not fair, it shouldn’t have happened. You were such a good dog – you could tell you family loved you dearly and your were leading an excellent life here on earth. Teaching people there is joy in living. Its just not right as I pound my fist and wipe my tears.

I do worry about them - altho I have no short-term answers on how to get thru this. Only time will get them thru this and even then, well, there will be times that time doesn’t always help either.

I lost both my elder Airedales in the last year and I know they will be at the gates waiting to welcome one of their own to their new found ‘dale haven. Seek out my happy boy Buster first, for he was very similar to you – “I’m so happy – so you are happy too.” Then my Moxie will appear, a bit alpha b*tchy at first, but don’t be afraid, because all in all she’ll take deep pride in mothering and protecting you, because that’s what she liked to do.

Tears flow for you and your family. It will be harder than one thinks it could ever be for both you and your family – but know that we all care and we’ll be here for all of you.

OMG. We are sooooo sorrry to hear about Oscar. How terrible to lose him so quickly. We offer our most heartfelt condolences. We wish we could do something to help you, but we know that only time will help your pain to ease. We will never forget Oscar. You can cherish all of your memories and know that you provided him with the best life a dog could ever have. Make a memorial for him to remember him by. (we lost a little sister a few years ago. she was only 3 months old and had a terrible awful accident. our mom cried a lot. so we kinda know your pain, but it doesn't help.) just try to carry on the best that you can. we are soooo sorrry.

sad woofers and sloppy kisses,Bailey and Baxter and Brody and Peg (their mom)

Katy & Martin, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We loved checking in on you and Oscar. We loved the blog updates and pictures and most of all we love Oscar. I know that Oscar was truly loved and you were blessed to have such a wonderful handsome boy in your life.

Dear Katy and Martin,(we tried sending this on your email, but it didn't work)

George and I have spent the last hours looking at Oscar's blog...we are so sorry for your loss and sorrow. Oscar was so loved by you (and all of us). You gave him the most wonderful life..thank you for sharing it with all of us..we also share your feeling of loss. His life was much too short, but what a life..running in beautiful fields, lots of friends to play with, his many triumphs in classes you took him to, and most of all the all enveloping love you gave him. There was a lifetime packed into his sweet puppy life. Oscar was a very happy Puppy, and that was due to your love..try to take some measure of comfort in that. We love you and want you to know we'll never forget him.Please tell us if there's anything we can do to ease you pain. Asta has refused her lunch, and is just lying on the sofa..I thinks she knows.love to you both, and from Asta smoochie kisses for your tearsAmi and George

I'm so sorry for your loss. My Mum always gives me reports on her "dog blog" friends and Oscar was one of her favorites. I hope that in this time you will be comforted to know how much your blog made people happy.

Katy and Martin,I've only just checked into your blog and I can't believe what I'm reading. As you know from Harry's problems we almost went down the same path, I'm in tears writing this, my heart so goes out to you both.Try to stay strong and remember the good times.Vicky x

There's a new star in the sky this year,It's my best friend who I wish was here,but I reached into the sky last tonight,I borrowed my star that shines so bright,I brought him back into my home,and we spent a little time alone,in the morning he said he must be gone,so he can shine on everyone. VHKeep shining Oscar!

Dear Katy and Martin,My Flockmate Pippin already wrote our Condolences; I wish also to say I am very sad for you. Oscar brought So Much Love and Good Spirits into your life and to all of ours in Blogdom. And you gave him (and us) So Much in return.

We are sososoooooo sorry that we only found out this morning....how could we missed out your blog...how dare you left us without saying goodbye??? You are such a lovely pal...always. RIP & we hope you have meet up with Fufu now.

Dear Katy & Martin,we juz got to know of Oscar's departure this morning, it's juz too shocking. altho we dunno Oscar well, but we already feel a void; i can't imagine the pain you're going thru.we hope that the fondest memories of Oscar will tide you through this difficult time, n knowing that he's watching over both of u from doggy heaven, till the day we all meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Although I never really followed Oscar's blog or anything, I'm dreadfully sorry to hear of your loss. It's a terrible shock to lose a dog, especially a young and healthy one, so quickly. My thoughts and sympathies are with you in this difficult time.

oh my goodness, Oscar!! You will always be remembered and loved by those who knew you. Katy and Martin, take comfort in knowing that he had a great life, and will be free from pain and suffering over the rainbow bridge. Oscar will be in our hearts forever.

So sorry to hear about Oscar. We didn't get a chance to know him too well, but we can see that he had a wonderful life and was well-loved and taken care of. Please accept our condolences and love at this difficult time.Love Clover and Mom

Dear Katy - thank you so much for your kind words on my Blog today. Really cheered me up, I feel guilty as I have no right to be so "blue", you are in the darkest place at the moment. But I guess poor Oscar's passing, so sudden and so young, brings back other sad memories as well of other times......

I felt well ashamed of myself for being such a wimp, and Marvin has told me off in no uncertain fashion.

In honour of Oscar we will keep on blogging, and I hope we manage to bring some sunlight into your lives.

I think I felt unable to be "amusing" or post funny pics while things are so bad for you. Your kind words reassured me.

I wanted to send you a wee card, but your address does not seem to be on my DWB Xmas Card list....

Look forward to hearing from you via email when you get a moment,

take care and know you have been so much in our thoughts this terrible weekend.

We heard about your loss from another blog. Our deepest condolences to you... Although we've not visited your blog before, we are sadenned all the same. Have been reading a number of posts since, and Oscar was a lucky dog to have been so loved by the both of you.

Hi, Katy. I found your site through Suki and just wanted to send my condolences to you and your family. I am shocked and terribly sorry to hear about Oscar. He seemed like a wonderful dog and lived a lot of life in his short time here. I'm going to hug my babies even more today. So sorry...

Oh Oscar... Oh Oscar's mum. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Even though I had never read Oscar's blog, you can see from the pictures that he radiates with love and life. He will be missed by all that knew him, and even some that didn't, like me.

Dearest Katy and Martin, my heart is breaking as I am reading this, and tears are just streaming down my face. Oscar was so beautiful, so sweet, and I cannot imagine the terrible pain you are in, having lost such a precious member of your family. Our family will be praying for you to find comfort somehow as you experience this horrible tragedy. Words truly can't express my sadness for you.

for Katy & Martin...the BUSTER & MS. sephie & MS. blue send their most loving kerry blue licks and whurls to you both at this very sad time. oscar was one of our very first virtual ''pals'' that we met by 'blog'. his replies to the BUSTER seemed to come just at the right time and with the right amount of humour. we will always remember him as being one of the best aireeedales we know and will always remember his comical antics. right now this is all so ''raw'' for you but always remember he will always be in your heart.with gentle kerry kisses, the BUSTER, MS. sephie, & MS. blue -- & the Hu-momm too in connecticut, usa

I am so sorry for your terrible loss. Oscar will remain in your hearts forever. I have been reading Oscar's blog since Ruby & Michele told me he was an Airedale he will have plenty of love up above playing with A.D.

There simply aren't words for times like these. I'm crying, I'm shocked, I'm heartbroken. I feel like I knew Oscar, and loved him. I can't begin to imagine the pain you feel at his lost. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you during this difficult time.

We're stunned, and so full of sorrow for your loss... we feel lucky to have known your sweet Oscar through this blog, his unbelievable special-ness shone through every picture! He was lucky to have you every day. - John, Kari & Kassi

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I'm an 13 month old male Airedale Terrier puppy. My name is Oscar (well, my KC name is Sherifs Sundance Kid but that's a bit much day-to-day). I live in the South of England with my humans & my sister Flakes the Big Fat Cat. I attend obedience classes which I absolutely love! I've been awarded my bronze, silver and gold certificates, so it's full steam ahead for my platinum now. I started agility training in June 2007. I love making new doggy and human pals.